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Diamond (2.65 carat octahedral crystal) from Argyle Mine, Kimberley, Western Australia, Australia

 
Diamond (2.65 carat octahedral crystal) from Argyle Mine, Kimberley, Western Australia, Australia

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Diamond (2.65 carat octahedral crystal) from Argyle Mine, Kimberley, Western Australia, Australia

DESCRIPTION:No. 29103
Mineral:Diamond (2.65 carat octahedral crystal)
Locality:Argyle Mine, Kimberley, Western Australia, Australia
Description:Transparent crystal of natural diamond with internal inclusions of graphite, another form of the same element Carbon. The crystal form is octahedral with smooth surfaces and edges. Fluoresces white under UV illumination.
Overall Size:9x7x7 mm
Crystals:9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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